Exploring the increasing trend of borrowing electronic books and the decreasing trend of physical book borrowing among students, examining reasons like convenience and space-saving benefits. Discussing the impact of digitization on academic disciplines, student preferences for different reading formats, and the challenges faced by those who prefer physical books for deeper study and note-taking.
In an age where digital convenience reigns supreme, the quiet, book-lined halls of university libraries face a new challenge: the noticeable decline in physical book borrowing among students. Recently, some universities in China have been trying to tackle this challenge with some innovative measures. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill